The latest from Tim Chin No images? Click here How to Ferment Sourdough ProperlySo far in our series on sourdough bread, we've discussed the science of sourdough, explained how to get a starter up and running, compared starters made from different flours, and offered a solid recipe for baking a sourdough loaf. But if you want to master this craft, it helps to understand two foundational concepts in more detail: proper fermentation and proper dough handling. We’ve already covered and defined fermentation as a general concept in sourdough starters: Microorganisms (yeast and lactic acid bacteria) break down starches to produce carbon dioxide gas and sour flavors. For breads, proper fermentation maximizes the potential for effective expansion and trapping of gases in a well-developed gluten matrix. It is also the key to developing flavor in your bread. We can break fermentation down further into two parts: 1) making a strong and active starter and levain and 2) ensuring proper bulk fermentation. More on fermentation |
Monday, July 27, 2020
How to ferment sourdough the right way
The art of the back-slice, why we broil, and a killer breakfast burrito
What's new on Serious Eats No images? Click here VIDEO Knife Skills: How to Back-Slice ChivesDon't bruise and mangle your chives! Learn the way of the back-slice. RECIPESNik Sharma's Lamb Biryani With Saffron, Yogurt, and Caramelized OnionsROUNDUPS16 Broiler Recipes for Quick Summertime Cooking RECIPESBreakfast Burrito with Scrambled Egg, Chorizo, and Refried BeansFEATURESHow Bouillon Cubes Became an International Pantry Staple RECIPESourdough Rye Crackers With Coriander and Fennel Email Continues After Ad Below FEATURESWhy Preserved Lemons Belong On Your Shelf EQUIPMENTHow to Choose the Right Pie Pan (Hint: Cheaper Is Better) |
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Our favorite ways to enjoy ice cream
Creamy, chocolatey, fruity scoops for all No images? Click here Our Favorite Ice Cream RecipesMaking ice cream is a great way to exercise your creative muscles—once you've mastered the technique, your imagination is just about the only limit. Here, we've included recipes that range from light and fluffy gelatos to quick and simple no-churn recipes, along with parlor classics. To start your own ice cream adventure check our our Ice Cream Essentials page, then get your scoop ready. Ice creams, gelato, and frozen custard |